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Q. Which of the following Governor-General is Known as “Liberator of Press”?

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Lord Dalhousie

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Lord Ripon

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Lord Metcalfe

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Lord Hardinge

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The correct option is C Lord Metcalfe
Explanation:

Lord Metcalfe (1835-1836) supported New press law, removing restrictions on the press in India. Hence is known as the Liberator of the Press.

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